Posts Tagged ‘postpartum’
Postpartum Tea
This formula should be made as an infusion – an herbal preparation that draws out vitamins, minerals, enzymes, and aromatic oils. It is deeply nourishing plant medicine. Peaceful Mama Formula a tonic to balance the hormones, build blood, ease after-pains, and calm the nervous system. 1. Combine the following herbs: 2 parts lemon balm 1…
Read MoreSeaweed and Sitting Moons: Nurturing the Fourth Trimester
The first four months after childbirth can be considered the 4th trimester. This time has a far-reaching impact on the physical, emotional, and spiritual health of both parents and their children later in life. Many mothers have a blissful postpartum period, but for others who lack appropriate support or have preexisting risk factors, it is…
Read MoreSelf-Care for New Moms by Claire Nicogossian, Psy.D
The birth of a baby is life-changing. It’s amazing how a little human being will need and demand so much attention in the first year of life. Motherhood is an exciting, exhausting and an ever-evolving journey, especially after the birth of a baby, whether you just had your first or fifth baby, becoming a mother…
Read MoreShe Let Go
The following post was written by Claire Gillenson whose mission is moving loss to possibility. Loss is a part of life, and miscarriage is all too common not to talk about. I admire her openness and am grateful that she creates space for the grieving process. Here is the wisdom she has shared. Warning: This post is intensely personal, and…
Read MoreThe Yoni Steam
Yoni Steaming . . . ?!!!! Yoni steaming is an old wise woman way of healing yourself directly through your yoni. An herbal blend is made for you; herbs will be specific to your condition. The herbs are brewed in a steam pot, and the pot is placed under your open seated chair. Blankets and…
Read MoreMamas & Babies: Building Immunity and Wellness
This is the time to back off of outer responsibilities & tune in to our inner need for self-care. Honor this time of Rest & Recoup, and know that we are doing the important work of modeling this self-care behavior for our children, & building their immunity. Herbal baths are essentially…
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